Scaling a Software Startup.

In this episode, Henry Lopez interviews Joshua Talbert, co-founder and CEO of MySherpas.ai, about his entrepreneurial journey and lessons learned in building and scaling startups.

Joshua shares how his engineering background provided the problem-solving skills that have guided his ventures, including the successful growth and sale of his first med tech company.

Joshua highlights the critical importance of strong partnerships, adaptability, and customer feedback, as well as the realities of startup life, where motivation and persistence are essential for the long run.

Reflecting on MySherpas.ai, he explains how their platform transforms commercial lending by streamlining collaboration and communication between lending and borrowing teams, enabling faster go-lives and better borrower experiences.

“It’s about breaking down complex challenges into manageable parts,” Joshua explains, “and listening to market feedback so you can adapt and keep moving forward.”

Joshua shares insights on raising funding, developing MVPs, shifting go-to-market strategies, and building a strong company culture rooted in radical candor and continuous improvement.

Joshua Talbert is the co-founder and CEO of MySherpas.ai, an AI-powered platform improving efficiency in commercial lending. With a background in electrical engineering and a track record of launching and growing successful startups, Joshua brings a unique blend of technical expertise and entrepreneurial vision.

Scaling a Software Startup – Q&A:

Question: How can engineering skills help entrepreneurs succeed?
Answer: Problem-solving, analytical thinking, and the ability to break down complex challenges give engineers a strong foundation for small business success.

Question: What is MySherpas.ai and what problem does it solve?
Answer: MySherpas.ai is an AI-powered software platform that streamlines communication and collaboration in commercial lending, reducing inefficiencies and accelerating loan processing.

Question: What are key lessons Joshua Talbert shared about startups?
Answer: Build strong partnerships, be adaptable to feedback, move quickly to MVP, and sustain motivation through the long journey of entrepreneurship.

Question: How should entrepreneurs approach funding and market validation?
Answer: Use funding tools like SAFE notes, persistently network with investors, and rely on customer feedback to validate and refine your product.